Presenting a truly unique and stunning landscape portrait of a port in Java in the 1600s. The naïve style, characteristic of reverse glass paintings has fantastic depth of color and intricate details. This is a beautiful one-of-a-kind artwork that will add interest and brighten any decor including an entryway, home office, den or child’s room. Measures approximately 23.5″ in length x 15.5″ in height; with the frame measures approximately 25 1/4″ x 17.5″. Painting is in excellent condition with vibrant colors and captivating details and no noteworthy flaws. Photos do not do justice to the brilliance of the colors which is hard to capture without getting reflection from the glass. Simple wood frame with a rustic reddish brown stain shows its age lending to a vintage look. You may want to reframe for a more updated effect. Metal loop in center of frame for easy hanging. Paper backing is wrinkled and glued to one side of cardboard backing. The reverse side of the cardboard backing reveals an Indonesian branded water box dated 1996 which gives an approximate time and place painting was framed. Painting may be older. Actual provenance is unknown as this was found at an estate sale. The painting is not signed as many paintings of this type are produced by anonymous, unskilled artists. About: Reverse glass paintings are a special form of folk art found in Indonesia that are both vibrant and charming. The artist paints an image on glass which is later viewed from the other side of the glass. The glass paintings are often produced by untrained or even anonymous artists and are characterized by eye-catching colours with strong forms in simple designs with one-dimensional perspectives. The glass protects the paint and gives it its characteristic smooth and shiny appearance. The result is incredible – the brilliance of the paint is incomparable, it shines through the glass with the most beautiful effect. Painting will be carefully packaged and insured for its sale price. Please review all photos as they are part of the description.
